Recent Posts in the Criminal Defense Category

• Yates Defends Virginia Beach Teen Accused of Terrorism
  Jul 23, 2018
  Two Virginia Beach Teens Arrested and Charged with Conspiracy to Commit an Act of Terrorism On Saturday, June 9, 2018, 2 Virginia Beach teens were ...
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• Successful Criminal Defense Case Results
  Feb 21, 2018
  Our attorney, George Holton Yates , has extensive experience in the criminal defense field. His passion for defending the rights of the accused, along ...
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• Was Your Home Rightfully Searched?
  Oct 27, 2017
  Police have been trained to execute their actions with confidence and directness in order to maintain the appearance of their authority. Because of ...
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• What Is Entrapment?
  Oct 10, 2017
  Entrapment can be used as a legal defense against criminal charges. Entrapment usually occurs when a police officer uses coercion as a tactic to get ...
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• Pants-on-Fire Defense Attorney Withdraws from Arson Case
  Sep 22, 2017
  Early this March, a criminal defense attorney was making his closing argument when his pants caught fire—literally. The attorney, Stephen Gutierrez, ...
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• Why You Should Hire a Lawyer Even If You Think You’re Guilty
  Sep 13, 2017
  The world of law can be incredibly complicated, which is part of why attorneys are necessary. The wording of the law can be detailed and complex, and ...
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• The Differences Between a Misdemeanor and a Felony
  Jun 27, 2017
  The difference between a misdemeanor charge and a felony charge can have a significant impact on the sentence you would be facing. In Virginia, there ...
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• What Are Deportable Offenses?
  Jun 13, 2017
  All immigrants, including those who have green cards, can be deported for violating U.S. immigration laws. It isn’t uncommon for immigrants to be ...
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